H1N1 Symptoms & Treatment

The signs of H1N1 infection, which are similar to other forms of influenza, include:

* fever
* coughing
* headaches
* muscle or joint pain
* sore throat
* chills
* fatigue
* runny nose
* diarrhea and vomiting (in some cases)


People at higher risk of serious complications include:

* people age 65 years or older
* children younger than 5 years old
* pregnant women
* people of any age with conditions like asthma, diabetes, obesity, heart disease, HIV/AIDS or other conditions that weaken the immune system


According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), more than 70% of hospitalizations in the U.S. have been people with such underlying conditions.

However, there is some evidence that H1N1, like previous strains of pandemic influenza, can also cause serious illness in some otherwise healthy children and young adults.

Symptoms that may require medical attention

Certain symptoms may require emergency medical attention.

In children:

* signs of respiratory distress
* blue lips and skin
* dehydration
* rapid breathing
* excessive sleeping, extreme irritability and unwillingness to be held
* persistent vomiting
* the return of flu-like symptoms that include a fever and cough


In adults:

* shortness of breath
* pain in the chest or abdomen
* sudden dizziness or confusion
* persistent vomiting
* the return of flu-like symptoms that include a fever and cough

*Sources: Some of this text has been adapted from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC).

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Influenza A ( H1N1 ) Alert!

Is an acute respiratory infection caused by Influenza A virus (H1N1 subtype). It is spreading very fast to several countries including Malaysia as a result of the appearance of new form of Influenza A virus ( novel ) which is due to genetic mutation processes. Therefore, everyone is at risk once exposed to this virus due to absence of immunity in human body. It also considered as contagious diseases which can be transmitted from human to human.

According to World Health Organisation ( WHO ), these Influenza A ( H1N1 ) outbreak did occurred in 1918 which causing death to more than 50 millions peoples worldwide. Till 30th June 2009, there are 71076 reported cases in 116 countries which result in 311 deaths.

ROUTE OF INFECTION
This communicable diseases can be spread through :

1. Direct contact with infected person ( via cough droplet or sneeze )
2. Surfaces contaminated with Influenza A viruses ( H1N1 )

SYMPTOMS OF INFLUENZA A ( H1N1 )

1. High fever ( > 38 * C )
2. Cough
3. Sore throat
4. Difficulty in breathing
5. Bodyache / myalgia

SUSPECTED CASES

If YOU have the above symptoms

AND

a. Have direct contact with Influenza A ( H1N1 ) confirmed cases such as boarding with the same car / aircraft or staying in the same house

OR

b. recent ( within a week ) travel / visit to the areas which posses Influenza A ( H1N1 ) cases.

YOU are advised to seek immediate treatment at any government hospital

PREVENTIVE MEASURES

Please kindly take note of these measures :

1. Cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze. Do practice cough ettiquette accordingly
2. Wash your hands with soap and adequate water after cough / sneeze or touching any polluted / contaminated surface
3. Proper housekeeping
4. You must use an appropriate protective mask if you are infected with Influenza A ( H1N1 )
5. AVOID direct contact with Influenza A ( H1N1 ) cases or any crowded area
6. Please seek immediate treatment if you having Influenza A ( H1N1 ) symptoms
7. Travel to the affected area / country should be AVOIDED
8. Practice good personal hygiene at all time and have a balanced diet

*Last Updated on Wednesday, 01 July 2009 01:51

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What is the swine flu?

The swine influenza A (H1N1) virus that has infected humans in the U.S. and Mexico is a novel influenza A virus that has not previously been identified in North America. This virus is resistant to the antiviral medications amantadine (Symmetrel) and rimantadine (Flumadine), but is sensitive to oseltamivir (Tamiflu) and zanamivir (Relenza). Investigations of these cases suggest that on-going human-to-human swine influenza A (H1N1) virus is occurring.

What are the symptoms of swine flu?

Although uncomplicated influenza-like illness (fever, cough or sore throat) has been reported in many cases, mild respiratory illness (nasal congestion, rhinorrhea) without fever and occasional severe disease also has been reported. Other symptoms reported with swine influenza A virus infection include vomiting, diarrhea, myalgia, headache, chills, fatigue, and dyspnea. Conjunctivitis is rare, but has been reported. Severe disease (pneumonia, respiratory failure) and fatal outcomes have been reported with swine influenza A virus infection. The potential for exacerbation of underlying chronic medical conditions or invasive bacterial infection with swine influenza A virus infection should be considered.

vomiting (Muntah),
diarrhea (Cirit-birit),
myalgia (Pain in a muscle),
headache,
chills,
fatigue (keletihan),
dyspnea.